Marcus Clauss, Johanna Mäkitaipale, Jean-Michel Hatt
{"title":"Diet and Dental Disease in Exotic Companion Mammals.","authors":"Marcus Clauss, Johanna Mäkitaipale, Jean-Michel Hatt","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.002","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.002","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Diet is essential for dental health, yet diets chosen by humans for pets often do not conform to state-of-the-art recommendations. For many animals, non-natural diets high in easily digestible carbohydrates from cultivated fruit, colored vegetables, cereals/grains and derived products including cereal-based compound feeds, represent risk factors for reduced chewing activity, oral dysbiosis, caries and periodontitis; if not supplemented, also disturbances of the calcium/phosphorus metabolism. In rabbits and rodents, with teeth that have the permanent capacity for controlled compensatory regrowth after wear, the resulting loss of alveolar integrity and/or germinative tissue disorders often leads to disproportionate dental growth.</p>","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-23","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144143879","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Oral Cavity Examination, Common Findings, and Care in Zoo-Housed Mammals.","authors":"Pavel Kvapil, Peter Omejc, Ana Nemec","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.003","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.003","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Oral cavity care is essential for the health and well-being of zoo-housed mammals, as captive diets often fail to replicate their natural feeding behaviors, leading to a variety of oral and dental diseases. Different species face unique challenges that are influenced by diet, environment, and behavioral stressors. Regular oral/dental examinations, advanced-imaging, and preventive strategies, including diet optimization and environmental enrichment, are crucial for maintaining oral and dental health. Early detection and intervention improve overall health and quality of life. Tailored-veterinary approaches ensure effective management of oral and dental diseases, contributing to better welfare and conservation outcomes in zoologic collections.</p>","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144121018","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Oral Cavity Diseases in Amphibians.","authors":"Norin Chai, Renaud Boistel","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.001","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cvex.2025.04.001","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Amphibians display unique anatomic and physiologic characteristics within their oral cavities that reflect their diverse feeding behaviors and ecological roles. This article reviews key aspects of amphibian oral cavity anatomy, physiology, and associated diseases, emphasizing clinical diagnostics and management approaches. Adult amphibians are predominantly carnivorous, employing varied prey-capture techniques involving specialized jaw and tongue structures, while larval forms often exhibit herbivorous or filter-feeding behaviors. Commonly encountered pathologies of the amphibian oral cavity include traumatic injuries, nutritional deficiencies, neoplasia, parasitic infestations.</p>","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144121017","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Forthcoming Issues","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00017-9","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00017-9","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Page x"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143838194","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Copyright","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00014-3","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00014-3","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Page ii"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143838191","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Contributors","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00015-5","DOIUrl":"10.1016/S1094-9194(25)00015-5","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Pages iii-v"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143838192","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vladimír Jekl MVDr, PhD, Dip ECZM (Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery), EBVS European Recognized Veterinary Specialist in zoological Medicine (Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery) , David Modry MVDr, PhD
{"title":"Gastroenterology in Rodents","authors":"Vladimír Jekl MVDr, PhD, Dip ECZM (Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery), EBVS European Recognized Veterinary Specialist in zoological Medicine (Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery) , David Modry MVDr, PhD","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.12.002","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.12.002","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Pages 263-294"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-02-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143503811","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Robert J.T. Doneley BVSc, FANZCVS (Avian Medicine)
{"title":"Application of Diagnostic Imaging in Exotic Animal Gastroenterology","authors":"Robert J.T. Doneley BVSc, FANZCVS (Avian Medicine)","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.11.008","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.11.008","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Pages 381-411"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143013583","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Treatment of Gastrointestinal Infectious Diseases in Exotic Animals","authors":"Julianne E. McCready DVM, DVSc, DACZM","doi":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.11.012","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cvex.2024.11.012","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39240,"journal":{"name":"Veterinary Clinics of North America - Exotic Animal Practice","volume":"28 2","pages":"Pages 485-501"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-12-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142899032","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}